1991 Ford Ranger XLT review from North America
"Big things come in small packages.."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced the whole ignition system (Solenoid, Starter, Battery) at 132,000. Only had to replace the starter, but replaced everything anyways. Alternator once at 145,000. Belts once at 190,000 (Including timing belt)
General comments?
This truck has been through everything. It is a little 2 wheel drive model with a 6 foot bed, but I have taken it through all kinds of mud, and hauled many loads of lumber.
We got this truck in 1999 with only 8,458 miles on it, the previous owner never drove it. Now it has over 192,000 on it. The engine has been ran almost completely out of oil three times which caused the lifters to make some noise, but nothing major. Engine burns little oil and has a lot of power for having 192,000 on it. Oil was not changed for 3 years and the spark plugs have only been changed twice its entire life. I just changed them for the 2nd time at 190,000. Plug wires have been changed twice.
This truck handles nice although it needs shocks and a front end alignment. I have all my faith in this truck, for I have seen all the abuse she has taken, and I'm convinced it will last forever just because it says Ford on it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3L Inline 4 Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 8458 miles |
| Most recent distance | 192656 miles |
| Date of Entry | 25th May, 2004 |